Magnetic or not relay game supply list
For elementary groups predicting and testing which common objects are attracted to magnets. It differs from a treasure hunt by using a timed relay and prediction stations.
What to buy
Large bar magnets
6
Steel washers
24
Wooden cubes
12
Plastic counting bears
12
Aluminum foil balls
12
Brass-colored fasteners
12
Rubber erasers
12
Glass marbles
12
Plastic sorting baskets
6
Magnetic and not magnetic labels
12
Prediction chart sheets
1 per student
Pencils
1 per student
Painter's tape for relay lines
Stopwatches
2
Who this list is for
This magnetic or not relay game supply list is for elementary groups predicting and testing which common objects are attracted to magnets. It uses timed relay stations and prediction charts instead of a loose treasure hunt.
How to use this list
Mark relay lines with painter’s tape and place a plastic sorting basket at each station. Students first mark predictions on chart sheets, then test steel washers, wooden cubes, plastic counting bears, aluminum foil balls, brass-colored fasteners, rubber erasers, glass marbles, and other listed objects with large bar magnets. Sort results under magnetic and not magnetic labels, and use stopwatches for the relay rounds.
Common mistakes
Do not tell students the answers before they make a prediction. Keep magnets away from items not intended for the station and do not toss them during the relay. Use the same test object at each station so groups can compare results fairly.
What is on this list
You will need six large bar magnets, test objects including washers, cubes, bears, foil balls, fasteners, erasers, marbles, sorting baskets, labels, prediction sheets, pencils, painter’s tape, and two stopwatches. Cross off classroom supplies already on hand.
Before you go
Count stations and divide objects evenly before setting up. Check each magnet and label pair. Leave enough room between relay lines for children to move without stepping into another group’s test area.
FAQ
Who is "Magnetic or not relay game supply list" for?
This magnetic or not relay game supply list is for elementary groups predicting and testing which common objects are attracted to magnets. It uses timed relay stations and prediction charts instead of a loose treasure hunt.
How should I use "Magnetic or not relay game supply list"?
Mark relay lines with painter’s tape and place a plastic sorting basket at each station. Students first mark predictions on chart sheets, then test steel washers, wooden cubes, plastic counting bears, aluminum foil balls, brass-colored fasteners, rubber erasers, glass marbles, and other listed objects with large bar magnets. Sort results under magnetic and…
What should I skip or avoid with "Magnetic or not relay game supply list"?
Do not tell students the answers before they make a prediction. Keep magnets away from items not intended for the station and do not toss them during the relay. Use the same test object at each station so groups can compare results fairly.
What is on the "Magnetic or not relay game supply list" list?
You will need six large bar magnets, test objects including washers, cubes, bears, foil balls, fasteners, erasers, marbles, sorting baskets, labels, prediction sheets, pencils, painter’s tape, and two stopwatches. Cross off classroom supplies already on hand.
What should I do before I go?
Count stations and divide objects evenly before setting up. Check each magnet and label pair. Leave enough room between relay lines for children to move without stepping into another group’s test area.
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